Painting studio: three-day painting project
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Location: Keeley Street
Course Code: VM867
Duration: 3 sessions
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What is the course about?
A course for students who are ready to develop their own ideas in painting with reference to the work of contemporary artists and experimental processes. Students should have completed Painting 1 and Painting 2 or higher level courses.
The emphasis will be on the process – ‘How do I take an idea/ sketch and develop it into a finished work?’ Informed by contemporary art practice students will be encouraged to expand their approach to making a painting, using research, experimentation, layering of imagery, exploration of materials etc. This course offers students higher level guidance with the freedom to explore their own ideas.
What will we cover?
- Source material and development of subject matter eg sketchbook ideas, working from photographs and projections.
- Experimenting with image making materials i.e. paint, drawing materials and mixing media and collage.
- Discussion of the visual language in painting
- Issues in contemporary painting.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Use a sketchbook/photograph as a research tool for a painting/artwork
- Expand and develop your initial visual ideas using a variety of art materials and processes
- Make a sustained painting or series of works over several days
- Develop your ability to make decisions about the development of your own work
- Use the work of current artists as a reference and influence on your own art practice.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Intermediate to advanced. You should have completed Painting 1 and Painting 2 or higher level courses.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Practical work, group discussion and 1 to 1 guidance.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Basic materials are provided however if you have your own paints and brushes you are welcome to bring them.
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When I've finished, what course can I do next?
Further painting courses such as Contemporary Painting Studio, Ways into Abstract Painting.